1982 Austin Marina vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1908 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Marina | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
